Patients in their care may suffer from a diverse array of health conditions, from the everyday to the extraordinary, like asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, COVID-19, lung cancer, or cystic fibrosis. Whatever the underlying cause, the respiratory therapists' treatment is no less vital to the patient's wellbeing and quality of life.

The Respiratory Therapy, AAS program is offered through a partnership with Prince George's Community College (PGCC). This is a competitive admission program, with 25% of total program spots held for CSM students.

Students accepted to the program complete their general education courses and foundational health sciences coursework through CSM, with occupation-specific classes offered through PGCC.